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Students majoring in American studies develop a deep understanding of American cultural dynamics, equipping them to create thoughtful, impactful contributions across diverse career paths. The American studies program offers five specialized tracks, each with unique academic requirements. The American Indian and Indigenous Studies focus delivers comprehensive knowledge about North America's native populations, covering their histories, traditions, and modern realities within colonial contexts. This program encourages students to adopt a continental viewpoint, exploring indigenous experiences throughout the Americas. To complete the American Studies major with an American Indian and Indigenous Studies concentration, students must take nine courses from specified groups. Current course offerings in these categories are available in the Undergraduate Catalog via the provided link. A minimum of one upper-level course (300 or above) is required, and cross-listed courses may only fulfill one category requirement.